The Market Is Starting To Price in Something Most People Still Don’t See
Most economic shocks do not begin with a dramatic collapse. They begin with a series of small disruptions that seem manageable in
Reason-Vision-Virtue
Gulf Shipping Crisis Fuels New Eurasian Corridors
Pakistan’s main port at Karachi has seen a surge in container traffic as Hormuz remains closed, and Islamabad may be able to
From Ahura Mazda to Hormuz: What US Power Fails to See
In the end, the Strait of Hormuz remains what it has long been: a narrow passage of water connecting larger bodies, a
Prof. Michael Hudson: Military Keynesianism Is Driving The US Into Depression
This discussion between former diplomat Ian Proud and Michael Hudson takes a very broad look at the role of economic management and
Where Are Mark Carney’s Middle Powers?
Canada can play a central role in this effort. As a major energy producer with diplomatic reach, it was well-positioned to coordinate
The Caspian Sea’s Role in the Iran War
Azerbaijan’s part, its Caspian position has allowed it to reap financial windfalls during the war, as an oil producer and trade conduit.
Strait of Hormuz, the Dollar, and the Coming Energy Crisis
Oil and natural gas are used everywhere and in everything, scores of thousands of products; they’re the most important of all commodities.
The chain reaction of war on energy security
If activated, they could transform the Middle East from a source of energy volatility into a pillar of global stability. But such
The Foundational Metal of War: Aluminum
The Iran shock is more than a commodity market event. It is a strategic warning. America’s arsenal depends on metal, electricity, processing
The Cost of Neglecting Energy Security
Governments need to place security of supply back at the center of energy strategy. Gas should not be dismissed as a mere